VANCOUVER - Doreen Millicent Blenkhorn, 88, Vancouver, B.C., formerly of Stellarton. With great sadness the family announce the death of Doreen Blenkhorn in West Vancouver on September 05, 2007. Born in Guildford, England to the late George and Betty MacRae. Doreen and her beloved Fred had resided briefly in Pictou before settling in Stellarton. Although Doreen remained a homemaker she dedicated her time and talents to her church and community and her love of gardening. Doreen was blessed with a beautiful voice and performed as soloist on many occasions and especially in her church and had the ability to offer her musical talents at the piano. She was a tireless worker in the I.O.D.E., having been awarded an Honorary Life Membership in her own Chapter, served on the Provincial and National Executives and was Provincial Historian for many years. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Stellarton and served faithfully with the WMS. Doreen enjoyed writing letters and staying in touch with many relatives and friends at home and abroad. In retirement years Doreen and Fred spent many hours with their beautiful gardens and entertaining friends at their "Little Camp" at Central Caribou. Doreen brought great joy to everyone who knew her through her generous and fun loving spirit. As her health gradually declined she moved to Vancouver in 2005, to be close to her daughter, Judy. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Fred (1989) and her only son, Allan (1999). Survived by daughter, Judy Gifford (Martin), West Vancouver; and two granddaughters, Sara and Leighann Blenkhorn, Vancouver; sister, Jean Thompson, Kingston, Ontario; two brothers, Bob MacRae, Stellarton, and Gerald MacRae, Kamloops, B.C. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, Foord Street, Stellarton, Monday, November 5th, 2007, at 3 p.m. A private family committal service will be held at a later date.